Minneapolis Truck Accident Lawyer & Attorney: Helping Victims Get the Compensation They Deserve

Here are some must-dos after a truck accident:

• Move your vehicle out of the way. If you are unable to do so, leave your hazard lights on and move to a safe spot
• Make sure your passengers are safe
• If you suspect a head or spinal injury, stay still. Wait patiently for help to arrive
• Call the police immediately
• Talk to eyewitnesses. Note their contact information
• Do not panic. Calm your nerves before speaking
• Take photographs
• Seek medical help immediately and call your lawyer!

We usually utilize a contingency fee agreement. With a contingency fee agreement, we will only get paid when you recover compensation. Contingency fees typically range from 25 to 40 percent of the total recovery.

You can sue a trucking company if you have enough evidence to prove that the accident was caused due to the company’s failure to fulfill their duties. A trucking company may be held liable for a truck accident if maintenance issues caused the crash, or the driver was forced to work long hours, or did not have adequate experience.

Your lawyer will help you decide whether you should accept a settlement offer. When determining whether a settlement offer is fair, your lawyer will seek answers to these questions:

• Does the settlement offer take past and future medical expenses into account?
• What is the long-term outlook for your injuries? Will they ever heal completely?
• Does the compensation cover lost wages and loss of future earning potential?
• Will you need any surgeries or special equipment? If yes, does the compensation include these costs?

If you have been injured in a truck accident, you can claim compensation for:

• Lost wages
• Past and future medical expenses
• Pain and suffering
• Property damage

There are several benefits of hiring a truck accident lawyer. A truck accident attorney understands the laws and regulations that govern these specific accidents. Your attorney will help you calculate the value of your case and decide whether you should accept a settlement offer. They will help you determine who is at fault. The professional will investigate your case, collect evidence (or hire an investigation agency to collect evidence), and interview eyewitnesses. The professional will handle complex negotiations and leverage their expertise to keep disputes out of court and maximize compensation.

Every state has laws that limit the amount of time personal injury victims have in order to seek compensation. It is six years after the injury – Minnesota Statutes of Limitations. Once this period expires, you lose your right to file a lawsuit.

In addition to the truck driver, several other parties such as the carrier, manufacturer, cargo owner can be held liable.

How long a truck accident case takes to settle will depend on its complexity.